Enrique -
That's 'cause when crank is vertical, piston travel/friction is at a
minimum (piston travel per degree of crankshaft rotation). It's at a
maximum when crank is horizontal.
My 2¢...
Allen
From: Enrique Claure <spaninc@ceibo.entelnet.bo>
>
>Hi List, I just finished building the bottom of my 77B engine and cant stop
>wodering how smooth it should turn when I turn the crank. I noticed that
>when the crank and rods are in a vertical position the engine turns easier.
>I had the crank and block checked for alignment, got a new crank,bearings,
>pistons, rings,cam,timing sprockets,chain,tensioner, quality torq rench.
>Any tips before I put the oil pan will be appreciated, Regards, Enrique
>
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Sinking Creek Home for Wayward MGs
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